as in reliability
worthiness as the recipient of another's trust or confidence
her dependability as a friend, in good times and bad, is legendary
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as in reliable
worthy of one's trust
seeking a dependable person to look after their summer home in the off-season
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Recent Examples of dependability
Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2026
Lexus may make the most reliable luxury SUVs, but dependability isn't the determining purchasing factor for every new car buyer.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 14 May 2026
Lantanas Lantana is a long-lasting, dependable bedding flower or small shrub that craves the summer sun.
—Nellah Bailey McGough, Southern Living, 12 May 2026
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Noun
Editors look to Chick-fil-A as the ultimate stop for speed and dependability.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2026
Lexus may make the most reliable luxury SUVs, but dependability isn't the determining purchasing factor for every new car buyer.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Adjective
After all, Taurus wants something real, dependable and nourishing, whether that’s a reassuring conversation or perhaps even a smarter approach to finances.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 14 May 2026
Lantanas Lantana is a long-lasting, dependable bedding flower or small shrub that craves the summer sun.
—Nellah Bailey McGough, Southern Living, 12 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dependability
Noun
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Whether for hobbyist experimentation or commercial production, the emphasis is on speed, accessibility and reliability.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
24 May 2026
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This adds an extra layer of reliability by preventing accidental disconnections or unauthorized removal.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2026
Adjective
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The insoles are made from a responsive yoga mat material that offers impressive arch support, while the outsoles are a sturdy rubber that’s grippy and reliable.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
26 May 2026
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Breakfast is straightforward and reliable, but dinner is where the kitchen shines.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 May 2026
Adjective
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Glasner’s two main assistant coaches, Michael Angerschmid and Ronald Brunmayr, had long since been responsible for set pieces but, earlier this year, that responsibility was shifted to Paddy McCarthy with greater success, resulting in the Irishman taking up the duties full time.—
Matt Woosnam,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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Authorities suspect that the cooling system responsible for maintaining the temperature of the tank filled with methyl methacrylate, or MMA, failed.—
Iris Kwok,
Los Angeles Times,
28 May 2026
Adjective
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That's a safer way to catch hummers' attention.—
Rita Pelczar,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 May 2026
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The ball hit the bag and bounced away from Spencer Torkelson, so Walton was safe.—
Jeff Fletcher,
Oc Register,
28 May 2026
Adjective
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But there was much more good than bad for Cole, whose velocity, efficiency and fortitude all stood out.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
23 May 2026
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There are other commendations that could be thrown on, like how this might be McCartney’s best album of the 21st century.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
23 May 2026
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“Dependability.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dependability. Accessed 30 May. 2026.
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